--- title: "Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a — check charity number 1178784 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1178784. Education/training charity based in Herne Bay. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/saxon-shore-herne-bay-whitstable-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:59:17.658Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a is a registered charity (number 1178784) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £19,905 (year ending 2025-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a? Registered charity number 1178784 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Herne Bay Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £19,905 Website [saxon-shore.u3asite.uk](https://saxon-shore.u3asite.uk/) ## What does Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a do? The University of the Third Age (U3A) is a self-help learning organisation for people who have completed their career or finished raising a family.It means they have the time to enrich their lives with new skills and experiences, pursue their interests, form new friendships and enjoy a sense of belonging to a vibrant community. ## What causes is Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=saxon-shore-herne-bay-whitstable-u3a&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://saxon-shore.u3asite.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a a legitimate charity? Yes. Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1178784) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a's charity number? Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a's charity number is 1178784. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1178784? Search 1178784 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a do? The University of the Third Age (U3A) is a self-help learning organisation for people who have completed their career or finished raising a family.It means they have the time to enrich their lives with new skills and experiences, pursue their interests, form new friendships and enjoy a sense of belonging to a vibrant community. Does Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a? Saxon Shore(Herne Bay & Whitstable)U3a's website is https://saxon-shore.u3asite.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1178784).